Avalon/Stone Harbor NJ Weekly Update August 11th, 2016

LOU BACHMAN, long-time proprietor of Smuggler’s Cove in Stone Harbor, passed away last week, at the age of 88.  Generations of Stone Harbor fishermen and crabbers remember Lou fondly.  Whether you needed bait, a rod or reel repair, advice on how to catch fish, or just a cup of coffee on a rainy morning, a visit to Lou was in order.  Lou was a well-known icon throughout the community, having been a “local” since the early 1970s.  Several years ago Stone Harbor’s “North Basin” was officially renamed “Smuggler’s Cove” indicative of the influence Lou and his tackle shop have had on the town.  Visitation will be held from 10am to noon Saturday at Our Saviour Lutheran Church, at 93^rd and Third Avenue in Stone Harbor, with a memorial service to follow.  After the memorial service friends will gather on the dock at Smuggler’s Cove to share memories of Lou.

A WAYWARD DOLPHIN was rescued from a small creek off Delaware Bay, near West Hand Avenue in Middle Township on Sunday.  The 400 lb. dolphin likely entered the creek at high tide while searching for food.  After being rescued it was examined and found to be healthy, and was then released into Delaware Bay.

The US Air Force Thunderbirds will return to Atlantic City for the first time since 2014.

THE US AIR FORCE THUNDERBIRDS will return to Atlantic City on Wednesday, August 17^th, for the annual Atlantic City Air Show.  The air show, which can be seen anywhere on the Atlantic City beach or boardwalk, is said to be the largest on the east coast aside from Fort Lauderdale, and features numerous jets, vintage aircraft, and other aerial demonstrations.  Last year’s show took place in early September and was centered around the US Navy Blue Angels.  Decreased attendance due to the September date lead to the change back to the show’s traditional August date.

PERSEIDS “OUTBURST”:  Early August brings the annual Perseid meteor shower, and 2016 is predicted by NASA to be an “outburst year”, with up to 200 meteors visible per hour Wednesdayand Thursday.  South Jersey’s pinelands and beaches are some of the best viewing areas, so long as the skies are clear enough.

WHITE MARLIN are showing up in the canyon waters off the New Jersey coast, about 65 miles from shore.  Gulfstream water as warm as 82 degrees has been reported, making for near ideal fishing conditions.  If you don’t have your own offshore-capable boat, charters can be arranged, including daytrips or “overnighters.”  For those who wish to stay a bit closer to home, flounder are still being caught in the bay and inlet.

A SECTION OF OCEAN DRIVE will be closed over the next several days for an emergency sewer main repair.  Ocean Drive will be closed in both directions from 38^th Street to 42^nd Street beginning Wednesday, August 10^th.  The street will reopen for the weekend, then will be closed again Monday, August 15^th.  Repairs are expected to be finished on or before Friday August 19^th.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• Avalon’s Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring Jersey Sound, Veteran’s Plaza in Avalon, 7PM, Thursday, August 11
• Thursdays on the Lawn Concert featuring Jim Bannach, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Stone Harbor, 7:30PM, Thursday, August 11
• South Jersey Lifeguard Championship Races, Avalon, 6:30PM, Friday, August 12
• Stone Harbor American Legion Post #331 Pancake Breakfast, Stephen Ludlam Post at the NW corner of 117th Street & Second Avenue, 8AM, Saturday, August 13
• Avalon Home & Land Owners Association Annual Meeting, Avalon Mayor Martin Pagliughi is the featured speaker, Avalon Community Hall, 9:30AM, Saturday, August 13
• Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tour led by a Wetlands Institute docent, meet at the Egret Espy Trail entrance at 114th Street & Second Avenue, 10AM, Saturday & Sunday, August 13 & 14
• Bay Atlantic Symphony Concert, Avalon Elementary School, 7PM, Saturday, August 13
• Stone Harbor Surf & Turf 5 Miler, Stone Harbor Recreation Field, registration at 6:45AM, race starts at 8AM, Sunday, August 14
• Stone Harbor Farmer’s Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, August 14
• Cape May Traditional Jazz Society Presents The Atlantic City Jazz Band, proceeds donated to the Food Bank of Southern Jersey, VFW Post #386 at 419 Congress Street in Cape May,2PM, Sunday, August 14
• Stone Harbor’s Family Night featuring the Wetlands Institute: Sea Creatures with Amazing Features, Stone Harbor Fire House, 7PM, Monday, August 15
• Stone Harbor’s Tuesdays at the Tower featuring Eddie Morgan & Rebirth, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 7PM, Tuesday, August 16
• Avalon’s Big Beach Movie featuring Pan, 30th Street & the beach, dusk, Tuesday, August 16
• Stone Harbor Family Movie Night on the Lawn featuring Despicable Me, Stone Harbor Elementary School, 8PM, Wednesday, August 17
• Avalon’s Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring The Star Band, Veteran’s Plaza in Avalon, 7PM, Thursday, August 18
• Cape May Lighthouse Full Moon Climb, call 609-884-5404 for info, Thursday, August 18
• Stone Harbor’s Family Night featuring Steve Serwatka’s New Jersey Nature Animal Show, Stone Harbor Fire House, 7PM, Monday, August 22
• Stone Harbor’s Sidewalk Sale, downtown shopping district, 9AM-7PM, Saturday, August 27

 

Featured Property:

Convenient to several restaurants and Avalon’s south-end beaches! 

280 79th Street, Avalon, $599,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171282
 

New Listings:

 

8001 Second Ave, Stone Harbor, $539,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171607

295 78th Street, Avalon, $599,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171604

E27 Stone Court, Stone Harbor, $649,999, ACTIVE MLS#: 171629

283 26th Street, Avalon, $725,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171590

10104 North Sunrise Drive, Stone Harbor, $891,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171680

360 89th Street, Stone Harbor, $1,099,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171613

612 21st Street, Avalon, $1,199,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171599

288 85 Street, Stone Harbor, $1,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171575

2928 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $1,299,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171678

122 84th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171697

7354 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $3,495,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171646

6902 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $4,400,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 171624

Properties Sold:

628 21st Street 2nd floor, Avalon, $455,000, SOLD MLS#: 166840

700 First Avenue, Avalon, $490,000, SOLD MLS#: 170561

237 44th Street, Avalon, $972,000, SOLD MLS#: 168770

115 120th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,100,000, SOLD MLS#: 165421

26 E 25th Street, Avalon, $2,575,000, SOLD MLS#: 164438




Nancy M. Alexander Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate

Avalon/Stone Harbor NJ Weekly Update June 2nd, 2016

 

GREAT START, GRAY FINISH!  Friday, Saturday, and Sunday saw ideal weather for kicking off the summer season, with beachgoers, boaters, pedestrians, and bicyclists all taking advantage of it. Monday brought rain and gray skies which led to the cancellation of parades (but not ceremonies) in both Avalon and Stone Harbor, and sent many home a bit earlier than usual. Despite that, most are reporting a strong weekend and a great start to the season!

A little bit of sunshine after a rain shower led to a double rainbow over the bay!

SEVEN MILE RESTAURANT WEEK runs from June 6^th to 12^th.  Take advantage of specials at dozens of local restaurants before peak summer crowds hit!  For a list of participating restaurants click here: http://www.visitavalonnj.com/where-to-dine/restaurant-week-menus

SLOW DOWN FOR TURTLES!  At this time of year diamondback terrapins begin crossing local roads seeking higher ground on which to lay eggs.  Give ‘em a brake!  Roadway mortality is listed as a major threat to the terrapin population.  If you are inclined to help a turtle across the road, carefully help them cross in the direction they are already headed, while taking care to ensure your own safety.

LIFEGUARD TRYOUTS:  Do you have what it takes to be a lifeguard?  If so, and you’re looking for summer employment, Avalon and Stone Harbor will each hold lifeguard tryouts on Saturday, June 4^th, at 10am.  Avalon’s will be held on the 32^nd Street beach, and Stone Harbor’s will be held at the 95^th Street beach.

AT THE 95^th STREET BEACH a new deck, pergola, and walkway over the dunes were just dedicated last week.  Catch some sun, a breeze, take in the ocean view, or read a book on a bench in the shade!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• Aviation Museum Runway 5K Run/Fun Walk & Bike, Cape May County Airport, bike preview 8:10-8:40AM, race starts at 9AM, Saturday, June 4
• Avalon Garden Club Flower Show, Avalon Community Hall, Noon, Saturday, June 4
• Stone Harbor Garden Club House Tour, 12:30-4PM, Saturday, June 4
• Avalon Performing Arts Council ‘Lights Out Tribute to Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons,’ Avalon Community Hall, 6:30PM doors open, 7PM show starts, Saturday, June 4
• 7 Mile Island Restaurant Week, nearly 40 local establishments offering breakfast, lunch & dinner specials,Monday, June 6-Sunday, June 12
• Basketball ‘Triple Threat’ skills & games for boys & girls ages 8-14, Stone Harbor’s 82nd Street Recreation Center, check www.shoreshot.net for details, Friday nights beginning Friday, June 10
• Avalon Historical Society’s Miniature Golf Competition, held at Go Fish Mini Golf Course in Avalon, 9AM,Saturday, June 11
• Stone Harbor Property Owners’ Association Meeting, first annual beach & bay report, Stone Harbor Elementary School, 9AM, Saturday, June 11
• Avalon Home & Land Owners’ Association Meeting, featured speaker is Norman Gluckman, Director of Avalon’s Public Library, Avalon Senior Center, 10AM, Saturday, June 11
• Big Band Dance featuring The Star Band, Avalon Community Hall, 7PM, Saturday, June 11
• Stone Harbor’s Farmers Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, June 12
• American Legion Post #331 Flag Day Ceremony, 11617 Second Avenue, Noon, Tuesday, June 14
• Avalon Performing Arts Council 29th  Annual Art Show & Sale, opening night & preview from 7-9PM onFriday, June 17, show & sale from 10AM-4PM on Saturday, June 18
• Avalon Free Public Library Open House, 9AM-1PM, Saturday, June 18
• Hereford Inlet Lighthouse Maritime Festival, artists, crafters, authors, food, music, more, 111 N. Central Avenue, North Wildwood, 10AM-5PM on Saturday, June 18 & 10AM-4PM on Sunday, June 19
• Avalon Historical Society Olde House Tour, 1-4PM, Saturday, June 18
• Stone Harbor Farmers Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, June 19
• St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Strawberry Festival, 6:30-8:30PM, Sunday, June 19
• Stone Harbor Farmers Market, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 8AM-12:30PM, Sunday, June 26
• Avalon’s Big Beach Movie featuring Cinderella, 30th Street beach, dusk, Tuesday, June 28
• Stone Harbor Movie Night on the Lawn, Stone Harbor Elementary School, 8PM, Tuesday, June 28
• On the Way to Cape May historic lecture, Avalon History Center, 7PM, Wednesday, June 29
• Thursdays on Dune Concert featuring 63rd Army Band, Veteran’s Plaza, 7PM, Thursday, June 30

New Listings:

6625 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $849,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170415

238 43rd, Avalon, $1,275,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170507

313 76th Street, Avalon, $1,495,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170441

161 103rd Street, Stone Harbor, $1,599,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170437

159 84th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,395,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170527

3268 First Avenue, Avalon, $2,499,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170503

35 W 32nd Street, Avalon, $3,395,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170444

168 67th Street, Avalon, $3,495,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170443

192 61st Street, Avalon, $4,995,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 170454

Properties Sold:

8001 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, $525,000, SOLD MLS#: 168692

2322 Dune Drive, Avalon, $690,000, SOLD MLS#: 162123

498 20th Street, Avalon, $760,000, SOLD MLS#: 169546

134 Meadowview Drive, Avalon Manor, $800,000, SOLD MLS#: 109207

269 53rd Street, Avalon, $1,625,000, SOLD MLS#: 165694

1909 Dune Drive, Avalon, $1,950,000, SOLD MLS#: 165318

249 58th Street, Avalon, $2,500,000, SOLD MLS#: 165050

Nancy M. Alexander Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate

Avalon Real Estate Activity Update August 23 to September 12, 2010

Here is an update of Avalon Real Estate activity since August 23, 2010



Avalon Single Family Sales. There are 239 single family homes now on the market in Avalon.(as of September 12, 2010) These homes range in price from $525,000 to a whopping $16,875,000!

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Avalon has 20 Single Family Homes Under Contract as of September 12 ,2010

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Seven single family homes SOLD in Avalon during the period August 23rd to September 12, 2010

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Avalon Has 115 Condo/Townhomes Now For Sale

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Avalon has 13 Condos Under Contract as of 8/23/2010

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Nancy M. Alexander Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate